FY2015-FY2020 Capital Outlay Plan and Capital Outlay Request for FY2015 Table of Contents • Section I – Mission Statement • The University and Its Objectives.............................................................1 • Section II – Instructional Programming • Some Facts about Grand Valley.................................................................4 • Degree Programs............................................................................................7 • Distance Education Sites............................................................................12 • Academic Excellence..................................................................................13 • Section III – Staffing and Enrollment – 2013-2014...................................16 • Section IV – Facility Assessment • The Campuses • Allendale Campus...........................................................................17 • Grand Rapids Campus...................................................................26 • Holland Campus..............................................................................29 • Muskegon Operations...................................................................29 • Some Facts about Grand Valley Facilities............................................30 • Section V – Implementation Plan • The Prioritization Philosophy..................................................................38 Five-Year Master Plan and Capital Outlay Request for Fiscal Year 2015 Section I – Mission Statement The University and Its Objectives Grand Valley State University is a public institution with a local, regional and state commitment, and a global perspective. We are dedicated to providing our students with the highest quality undergraduate and graduate education. Teaching in the liberal tradition, whether in general arts and sciences or the professional degree programs, has always been at the heart of Grand Valley’s educational mission. A liberal education acquaints students with the tradition of humane values and the heritage, problems, and perspectives of their own and other cultures. It transcends the acquisition of information and rests on scholarship and the open exchange of ideas. Students learn to think for themselves as they develop the skills of inquiry, reflection, critical analysis, dialogue, and expression. At Grand Valley State University, the values of liberal education permeate all programs and areas of study. A broad education rooted in the arts and sciences provides students with the general knowledge and skills necessary to participate intelligently in public discourse. Grand Valley State University is also dedicated to educating students to become competent professionals in their chosen fields. These ideals co-exist within our institution, and together they inspire graduates not only to pursue their own success and well-being but also to positively influence their communities, their professions, and their world. Grand Valley State University is characterized by and known for superior student-centered teaching and learning. Our diverse environment promotes the development of intellect and Five-Year Master Plan and Capital Outlay Request for Fiscal Year 2015 1 creativity through teaching, scholarship, service and a vibrant campus culture. Realizing this vision will result in a broad national reputation for excellence. Grand Valley State University educates students to shape their lives, their professions and their societies. The university contributes to the enrichment of society through excellent teaching, active scholarship and public service. At Grand Valley State University we value effective teaching. Our highest priority is to offer outstanding teaching in all of our undergraduate and graduate programs. The teaching culture of Grand Valley State University is characterized by the continual development of excellence in the classroom, the recognition of multiple ways of learning, and the accessibility of faculty to students. In order to nurture the habits of intellectual growth, we seek to instill in our students curiosity as well as the love of learning. Students acquire new knowledge and explore its application through research, artistic expression and scholarly activity. We value the vigorous engagement of students in the classroom and other learning environments. Grand Valley State University is committed to providing each student a broad educational experience that integrates liberal learning with preparation for employment in the various professions. Liberal education begins with encountering the great ideas of diverse traditions in the humanities, the creative and performing arts, the natural and social sciences and mathematics, and is an essential part of all of our professional programs. We value the liberal ideals of critical thinking and student preparation which guide students to think independently, gain self-knowledge, and make ethical judgments. Such learning can inform individual and collective actions and prepare students for the responsibility of local, national, and global citizenship. Scholarship is an essential component of the university’s mission as an institution of higher learning and community service. Excellence in teaching at the university level depends upon active scholarship by faculty members. Through basic and applied research, artistic expression and performance, and other forms of scholarship, faculty members contribute to the development and application of knowledge and create a dynamic environment for learning. Active scholarship may include collaboration of faculty and staff with students, business and labor, government, and community organizations. In this way, the benefits of a liberal education can extend beyond classroom walls to lifelong learning and partnerships between the university and its diverse communities. Five-Year Master Plan and Capital Outlay Request for Fiscal Year 2015 2 A range of thoughtful perspectives is necessary for open inquiry, liberal education, and a healthy community. Recognizing this, we seek and welcome a diverse group of students, faculty and staff. We value a multiplicity of opinions and backgrounds and seek ways to incorporate the voices and experiences of all into our university. We value our local community and embrace the participation of individuals and groups from Michigan, the nation and the world. We also encourage participation in educational opportunities abroad. In order to foster a healthy and diverse environment, we will act with integrity, communicate respectfully, and accept responsibility for our words and actions. We at Grand Valley State University value the collaboration of faculty, staff and students with external partners in addressing mutual interests and regional needs. The university offers the communities it serves resources and inspiration in their own lifelong pursuit of knowledge. Faculty and staff are encouraged to contribute their expertise and service to the university, their disciplines’ professional organizations and the community. Students are encouraged to be active citizens, to become active service providers, and to take part in various service learning and volunteer opportunities in the community and abroad. Of the 15 public campuses in Michigan, Grand Valley is among those campuses with the least amount of general fund instructional space per student. Despite having received authorization for several capital projects in 1994-2000 and capital projects in 2005 and 2013, Grand Valley remains among the campuses with fewest square feet of academic space per student, largely because past enrollment growth outpaced the expansion of facilities. Five-Year Master Plan and Capital Outlay Request for Fiscal Year 2015 3 Section II – Instructional Programming Some Facts about Grand Valley Location: Grand Valley State University’s main campus is located in Allendale, Michigan (7 miles west of Grand Rapids). GVSU also has campuses in Grand Rapids, Holland, and regional centers in Muskegon , Traverse City, and Detroit. Established: 1960. First class in 1963. Main Campus: 1,322 acres. All campuses total 1,362 acres. Type of Institution: Four-year public university, undergraduate and graduate programs. Undergraduate degrees: bachelor of arts (B.A.), bachelor of science (B.S.), bachelor of fine arts (B.F.A.), bachelor of music (B.M.), bachelor of music education (B.M.E.), bachelor of social work (B.S.W.), bachelor of business administration (B.B.A.), bachelor of science in engineering (B.S.E.), bachelor of science in nursing (B.S.N.). Graduate degrees: master of business administration (M.B.A.), master of health administration (M.H.A.) master's in physician assistant studies (M.P.A.S.), master of science (M.S.), master of education (M.Ed.), master of science in engineering (M.S.E.), master of health sciences (M.H.S.), master of science in nursing (M.S.N.), master of science in nursing/master of business administration (M.S.N./M.B.A.), master of public administration (M.P.A.), master of social work (M.S.W.), masterofthescienceoftaxation(M.S.T.),master of the science of accounting (M.S.A.), professional science master (P.S.M.), and doctorate in physical therapy (D.P.T.). Tuition: Undergraduate lower-division tuition for Michigan residents is $435 per credit hour for 1 to 11 credits and for each credit hour over 15. $5,227 for 12 to 15 credits. For upper-division Michigan residents, it is $457 per credit hour for 1 to 11 credits and for each credit hour over 15. $5,489 for 12 to 15 credits. Non-resident lower-division tuition